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A Matter of Balance

A Matter of Balance helps adults 60 years old and up realize that falls — and the fear of falling — are controllable. The program provides information on ways to change your environment to limit risk factors that contribute to falling, and will help you find strength and balance exercises to reduce your chances of falling.

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Agricultural Business and Policy Extension

Agricultural Business and Policy Extension serves rural Missouri by helping farms, agribusinesses and communities understand their opportunities and challenges to make informed decisions.

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CARES

The Center for Applied Research and Engagement Systems (CARES) was established with the objective to use data and tools to support better informed decision making. Their professional data experts work with individuals and organizations to make maps, develop data visualizations, and figure out ways to do their work better.

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Commercial Horticulture

Resources, research, and training for fruit, vegetable, greenhouse, and nursery growers to improve commercial horticulture operations.

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Community Arts Program

The Community Arts Program is a three-way partnership between MU Extension, the University of Missouri, and Missouri communities to promote and foster arts-based community and economic development.

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Community Health Engagement and Outreach

MU Extension’s Community Health program’s goal is to achieve optimal health and well-being for every Missourian at every stage of life.

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Extension Garden Steward

Starting a garden? Need to know the basics to get growing? Extension Garden Steward is for you! This gardening-basics program will enhance your gardening experience and guide you toward environmental stewardship in your garden.

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Extension Master Gardener

The Master Gardener program provides in-depth horticultural training to Missourians who then volunteer their time applying what they have learned to help others in their communities learn about gardening and environmental education.

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Family Nutrition Education Programs (FNEP)

FNEP provides research-based nutrition education to Missouri’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients and those who are eligible. MU Extension nutrition educators work in a variety of settings throughout the state with the goal of helping participants make behavior changes to achieve lifelong health and fitness.

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Heroes to Hives

Missouri is the first state chapter of the national Heroes to Hives program. Heroes to Hives is a unique program offered through the Michigan Food & Farming Systems that seeks to address financial and personal wellness of veterans through free professional training and community development centered around beekeeping.

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Law Enforcement Training Institute (LETI)

LETI offers basic and advanced police training, as well as programs for animal cruelty investigators and school protection officers.

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Master Pollinator Steward

The Master Pollinator Steward program teaches Missourians ways they can benefit pollinators to protect our agricultural economy and food supply.

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Missouri Master Naturalist

Missouri Master Naturalists are well-informed volunteers that provide education, outreach and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities for the state of Missouri.

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Missouri Small Business Development Centers

The Missouri SBDC offers personalized and extensive services from knowledgeable and helpful professionals focused on your business success.

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Missouri Training Institute

For nearly 40 years, the Missouri Training Institute (MTI) has provided customized training and consulting services to improve business performance and organizational effectiveness for public, private and not-for-profit organizations. MTI has an award-winning staff with the experience to help you grow and succeed.

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Urban Agriculture

Discover resources to support urban agriculture, including practical guides, tools, and workshops that help individuals and communities grow food sustainably.

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Veteran R.E.A.D.S.

The Veteran R.E.A.D.S. program leverages storytelling to foster resilience, community, and dialogue among veterans, service members, and their families.